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A drill press operator is someone who sets up, operates, or tends drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces. There’s no end to the possible products drill press operators can help create. From trampoline supports to automotive parts to shelving units, the operator pre-drills the holes that later receive bolts, rods, or other components when the product is constructed.

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What is the workplace of a Drill Press Operator like?

A drill press operator may work in hot/cold conditions, and may also be exposed to loud noise from nearby machinery. The majority of work will be done in a factory like setting; care must be taken to follow safety guidelines. The operator may be required to lift up to fifty pounds or more, and normal job duties may require some bending, sitting, standing/stooping for certain periods of time.

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Further Reading

A drilling machine comes in many shapes and sizes, from small hand-held power drills to bench mounted and finally floor-mounted models. They can perform operations other than drilling, such as countersinking, counterboring, reaming, and tapping large or small holes.